Atty. James B. Pittleman
The cornerstone of Jimmy’s practice is to help people by solving their problems and contributing to their growth and success. His 50 years of legal experience is complemented by an in-depth background in finance, including a number of years working for the IRS as a Revenue Agent and Tax Law Specialist, as well as several years as an investment banker at Legg Mason.With a commitment that the client’s interests always come first, Jimmy takes ownership of and responsibility for their issues and sees them through to resolution.
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James B. Pittleman is a Shareholder based in Reston, Virginia, practicing at Odin, Feldman & Pittleman, P.C.. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, tax, and m&a. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1966) and District of Columbia U.S. Tax Court (1968). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1966) and University of North Carolina (B.S. Accounting, 1962). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Fairfax Bar Association District of Columbia Bar Association Virginia State Bar Association American Bar Association. Serands clients in Reston, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- The cornerstone of Jimmy’s practice is to help people by solving their problems and contributing to their growth and success
- His 50 years of legal experience is complemented by an in-depth background in finance, including a number of years working for the IRS as a Revenue Agent and Tax Law Specialist, as well as several years as an investment banker at Legg Mason.With a commitment that the client’s interests always come first, Jimmy takes ownership of and responsibility for their issues and sees them through to resolution
- This contributes to the fact he has many long-standing clients, some dating back to the 1970s
- Jimmy, who is also a Certified Public Accountant, concentrates his practice on tax, corporate, securities, business and succession planning, and estate planning
- He is especially interested in helping successful businesses and individuals where there are challenges in overcoming difficult ownership and family situations.Jimmy has received an AV Rating, the highest rating given by Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings™ for his legal ability and general ethical standing, and has been selected by his peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® listing for over 25 years
- Jimmy has been involved in numerous charitable and civic endeavors
- He was the recipient of the James Keith Public Service Award by the Fairfax Bar Association
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An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
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James B. Pittleman is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Virginia →
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Why local counsel matters in Virginia
Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Reston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Virginia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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